Welcome to the Best Franchise Brands Podcast where in each episode, we will explore a specific franchise brand with details about their business, requirements for franchise candidates, how they train their franchisees, and details about the systems they've set up so franchisees get a great start. Interviews with industry leaders of the best franchise brands will give you insights and help you discover important details about which franchisors you should engage with in the discovery process as you prepare to start your franchise business.
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August 1, 202638 min
Interview with Scott Ball, President of FiiZ Drinks
In this episode, I talk with Scott Ball, who is the brand president of FiiZ Drinks which started in 2014 in Bountiful, Utah. Scott shares his story about how he got into franchising, started a Dunkin' Donuts franchise, and ultimately became the president of FiiZ. He shares their story about how they have been scaling and growing to locations all across the United States and Canada. He shares leadership lessons that he has learned over the years, details about the opportunity with FiiZ in the specialty soda market, and how you can be a part of their explosive growth in your market.
July 1, 202633 min
Interview with Rob Palmer, Founder and President of Lawn Squad with Authority Brands
In this episode, I talk with Rob Palmer, who is the Founder and Brand President of Lawn Squad. His business was acquired in April of 2023 by Authority Brands. Rob started the original brand in early 2001 in Northeast Ohio and built it up to multiple locations in Ohio before they were acquired by Authority Brands and started to franchise their brand. He shares how they build systems around growth, scaling, and how he made the transition from working in the business to working on the business over 23 years. Once they were acquired by Authority Brands, they focused on how they could clone and scale their business success to any city in the country with their franchise model.
June 1, 202634 min
Interview with Zach Peyton, CEO of Superior Fence and Rail
In this episode, I talk with Zach Peyton, who is the CEO of Superior Fence and Rail about how he got started with his business in Jacksonville, Florida, why he and his partner made the decision to franchise, stories about their incredible growth, his commitment to seeing franchisees succeed, why they made the decision to join forces with Empower Brands, and what he is most excited about doing to celebrate the successes of franchisees within their system.
May 1, 202636 min
Interview with Devan Kline, Co-Founder, Co-CEO, and Visionary of Burn Brands and Burn Boot Camp
In this episode, I talk with Devan Kline, Co-Founder, Co-CEO, and Visionary of Burn Brands and Burn Boot Camp. Devan and his wife Morgan have build a remarkable franchise business located in 41 states with over 400 franchisees in 550 territories around the country. Devan shares their story about how they got started, how they grew their business so quickly, and the power of systems in accountability in helping their franchise partners succeed.
January 28, 202633 min
Interview with Nuttha Goutier, Founder and CEO of Sabai Thai Spa
In this episode, I talk with Nuttha Goutier, who is the founder and CEO fo Sabai Thai Spa. Nuttha is originally from Thailand and shares her story, why she decided to start franchising her corporate spa locations and lessons she has learned on her journey in supporting her franchisees success. In this episode, she shares how she has been able to sucessfully expand Sabai Thai Spa into a franchise while maintaining its unique cultural charm. She also shares insights into balancing standardization with authenticity in franchise operations and why this matters for long-term success, and practical lessons and strategies for training franchisees to embody care and connection, not just processes.
December 30, 202530 min
Interview with Mike Tan, CEO of Sweathouz
In this episode, I talk with Mike Tan, who is the CEO of Sweathouz about their unique franchise offering. They offer one suite, two temperatures, and three experiences with a unique recovery journey that is a scientifically-backed approach to self-care, combining hot and cold temperatures for optimal mental and physical performance and wellness. Each private suite is a luxurious haven where clients can personalize their wellness routine in complete privacy. This isn't just about recovery—it's an immersive experience designed for both relaxation and rejuvenation. Mike shares his story about how he became involved, the exciting culture they've built there, what he is most excited about for the future, and the opportunity for those who want to build a real sense of community with their franchise.
November 11, 202532 min
Interview with Dan Claps, CEO of VODA Cleaning and Restoration
In this episode, I talk with Dan Claps, CEO and Co-Founder of VODA Cleaning and Restoration. VODA was started in 2009 and started franchising in 2023. Dan tells the story of the founding of VODA, how he got involved, lessons behind their remarkable growth, and what he is most excited about as he continues to build out the VODA brand in home services. Voda Cleaning & Restoration is raising the bar for cleaning and restoration services nationwide. Their mission is simple: to make life easier for those responsible for creating inviting, healthy spaces, whether at home, work, or in business. "Voda" means water in Serbian and embodies their approach. Like water, they bring a gentle yet powerful clean, renewing both the visible and hidden spaces in a client's home or business. They leave behind nothing but a radiant clean, so you can quickly return to what matters—living and working with peace of mind.
October 21, 202532 min
Interview with Kelly Crummer, Senior Director of Franchising at Firehouse Subs
In this episode, I talk with Kelly Crummer, who is the Senior Director of Franchising at Firehouse Subs ® . She shares the Firehouse Subs ® origin story, how they've grown to nearly 1,400 locations in the United States and even more internationally, incentives they offer to beginning franchisees, the secret behind their rapid growth, how they focus as a franchisor on each individual franchisee's profitability, and the importance of human interaction and community involvement that leads to growth and success with their restaurants. Firehouse Subs ® is a restaurant chain with a passion for hearty and flavorful food, heartfelt service, and public safety. Franchising since 1995, Firehouse Subs was founded in Jacksonville, Florida in 1994 by two former firefighting brothers, the brand is built on decades of hot and hearty subs piled with high quality meats and cheeses, and committed to saving lives through the Firehouse Subs Public Safety Foundation ® , providing lifesaving equipment and needed resources to first responders and public safety organizations. Firehouse Subs is a subsidiary of Restaurant Brands International, Inc. ("RBI"), one of the world's largest quick service restaurant companies with over $45 billion in annual system-wide sales and approximately 32,000 restaurants in more than 120 countries and territories. RBI owns four of the world's most prominent and iconic quick service restaurant brands – Burger King ® , Tim Hortons ® , Popeyes ® , and Firehouse Subs ® . To join the Firehouse Subs family, visit franchising. firehousesubs.com .
October 9, 202535 min
Interview with Garr Russell, Founder and CEO of Fireside RV Rental
In this episode, I talk with Garr Russell, who is the founder and CEO of Fireside RV Rental. He shares his story about how he recognized a need for helping RV owners rent out their vehicles when they weren't using them and has grown a national franchise brand as a result. He shares lessons that he has learned as they have experienced remarkable growth, how they help their franchise partners succeed, commonalities amongst their top franchisees, and what he is most excited about as he continues to build their growing brand.
September 23, 202531 min
Interview with Bobbie Lloyd, CEO and Chief Baking Officer at Magnolia Bakery
In this episode, I talk with Bobbie Lloyd, who is the CEO and Chief Baking Officer of Magnolia Bakery about their decision to start franchising. Magnolia Bakery started in the West Village of New York City in 1996. Bobbie started at Magnolia Bakery in 2006 and became the CEO back in 2020. They started franchising in 2010 in Dubai and they are opening their first U.S. franchise location in the United States in Salt Lake City in 2026. They have corporate locations in New York, Illinois, and California. We discuss the history of Magnolia Bakery, how they expanded corporate locations across New York City, why they decided to start franchising, how she became founder 2.0 of Magnolia Bakery, fun details about their product line and delicious sweets, requirements for starting a Magnolia Bakery franchise, and what she is most excited about as they continue to expand their iconic brand. For the first time, they are opening our doors to franchise ownership in the U.S., almost 30 years after they opened their first store on Bleecker Street. As they expand, they're looking for franchise owners who share that mission and see the extraordinary in the everyday. For more information go to https://www.magnoliabakery.com/pages/us-franchise to learn how you can be among the first to bring Magnolia Bakery to your neighborhood by joining a beloved brand with generational appeal and a strong foundation for long-term success.
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